Dounreay Castle Ruins

Highland, United Kingdom

Dounreay Castle dates from the late 16th century, and is one of the few remaining examples of a Scottish Laird’s castle from that period. William Sinclair of Dunbeath, descended from a younger brother of John Sinclair, third Earl of Caithness, built the castle in the 1560s. It was damaged in 1651 by Oliver Cromwell’s New Model Army during their Scottish campaign. Now entirely ruined, the castle was still inhabited in 1863, but had become roofless and derelict by 1889.

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Founded: 16th century
Category: Ruins in United Kingdom

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Iain Maclean (2 years ago)
A well known surf spot, the castle at brims is on the site of a farm just by the road. The remains of a doorway and some rooms can still be seen but access is difficult. More details about the castle can be sought on the Canmore database. The international surf competition has been held here before and it's a common sight to see surfers here but there is nothing in the way of facilities and the access road can be poor at times.
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